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The Fall of Satan

William Blake

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring a central figure seated in an elevated position, surrounded by an ethereal halo or orb of light. Flanking the central figure are two elongated forms. Below, there is a group of figures gathered around a symbolic or abstract natural element that resembles a mountainous or tree-like structure. The composition includes intricate line work conveying movement and texture.

Artwork Details

Date
1825
Medium
engraving on thick paper
Dimensions
6481 × 8807 px
Public Domain
Yes
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